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Barbell Standing Calf Raise

A barbell movement targeting the calves. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · calvesEquipment · barbellCategory · lower legs

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a barbell across your upper back.
  2. Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, using only your toes.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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